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After their excellent "Elysium", Stratovarius is finally back with a new drummer and a darker and more modern sound in their latest release "Nemesis". While having a conversation with Jens Johansson, we managed to get the scoop on the details behind the recording and writing of "Nemesis". We also talked about the process behind finding the band's new drummer and how well is he incorporating into the band. To listen to this interview, please use the player down below this text:
Read our review of "Nemesis" here.
Produced and mixed by guitarist Matias Kupiainen and mastered by Mika Jussila (Finnvox Studios), the 11-track Nemesis will be released in North America via Armoury Records on February 26, 2013.
Comments Kupiainen of Nemesis: "I have more or less lived in the studio for four months, obsessing over every detail. I feel very relieved that we are done and I am very happy with the material and the sound."
Adds vocalist Timo Kotipelto: "It has a darker more modern sound. We, as a band, have gone through a lot and have matured as songwriters. Making the album this time was easier because we gave it as much time as it needed. We have worked our asses off to make this and we hope the fans will like it."
From the signature power of "Abandon," and the aggressively energetic "Stand My Ground," to the folkish elements of "Out Of The Fog," and the title track "Nemesis," which boasts medieval melodies and double bass drumming, Nemesis offers up new elements fused with the traditional melodic power metal for which STRATOVARIUS is known.
Nemesis Track Listing:
1. Abandon
2. Unbreakable
3. Stand My Ground
4. Halcyon Days
5. Fantasy
6. Out Of The Fog
7. Castles In The Air
8. Dragons
9. One Must Fall
10. If The Story Is Over
11. Nemesis
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